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Aug 20, 2019
08/19
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Ira Glass
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This American Life
Topic: This American Life
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Feb 17, 2008
02/08
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Ira Glass
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Act 3 of the Matchmakers
Topics: this american life, npr, radio
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This American Life Sean Cole explains why he decided that he would speak with a British accentâmorning, noon and nightâfrom the age of sixteen until he was eighteen...and how he believed the lie that he was British must be true. (3 minutes) Act One. The Sun Never SetsâOn The Moosewood Restaurant. The story of two young people who, in their search to figure out who they were, pretended to be people they weren't. Both were from small towns; both took on false identities. For two years in high...
Topics: this american life, hoaxing yourself
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From This American Life....Dave Hill worked at a homeless shelter in New York. He liked the jobâeven the most menial parts. After about a year, heâs asked to become supervisor, which is exciting for him, because heâs never been in charge of anything before. But on his very first shift, something goes terribly wrong, without Dave even knowing about it. When he comes in the next day, a co-worker explains that the place isnât quite what Dave thought it was. For one thing, most of his...
Topics: CRACK THIS, THIS AMERICAN LIFE
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This is a clip from This American Life episode 460, "Retraction."
Topics: podcast, apple, this american life
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May 21, 2012
05/12
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J Morgan
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A small story done ala "This American Life"
Topics: radio, talk, this american life, narration
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Sep 6, 2018
09/18
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Brian Reed
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S-Town is a new podcast from Serial and This American Life, hosted by Brian Reed, about a man named John who despises his Alabama town and decides to do something about it. He asks Brian to investigate the son of a wealthy family who’s allegedly been bragging that he got away with murder. But then someone else ends up dead, and the search for the truth leads to a nasty feud, a hunt for hidden treasure, and an unearthing of the mysteries of one man’s life.
Topics: Podcast, NPR, This American Life, Alabama
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Sep 17, 2008
09/08
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This American Life Radio
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The second week in September 2008, The radio program "This American Life" featured the work of anit-scam artists. The title of this work is "Hanging in Chad" Three guys who go by the names Professor So and So, Jojobean and YeaWhatever spend part of each day running elaborate cons on Internet scammers. They consider themselves enforcers of justice, even after they send a man 1400 miles from home, to the least safe place they can bait him: the border of Darfur. The three...
Topics: Scambusters, scameaters, this american life, ira glass
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Jan 12, 2013
01/13
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Jakob Lewis
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Josh Rizzo was playing in his yard with his brothers when suddenly something terrible happened.
Topics: Neighbors, podcast, this american life, radiolab, npr
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Sep 27, 2012
09/12
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Harrison Engstrom
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This is a parody of This American Life I made for a communication and media class
Topics: This American Life, Ira Glass, The Simpsons
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Jan 18, 2016
01/16
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Shane Mattox
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We talk about an episode of This American Life that goes through four acts about various cases of trolls and in the spirit of Star Wars, we give our thoughts on spoilers.
Topics: Trolls, This American Life, Podcast, Star Wars, Spoilers
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A girl signs up for a class. A couple hires an accountant. A group of co-workers decides to pool their money and buy a couple of lottery tickets. In the beginning, they're full of hope and optimism ... and then something turns. Stories of good ideas gone bad. -From This American Life
Topics: This American Life, Good idea at the time
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Act Two. If This Sleigh Is A-rockin', Don't Come A-knockin'. This American Life - Sarah Vowell explains why so many popular songs portray Santa as a ladies man. (8 minutes) Song: "Santa Claus is Comin' to Town", The Jackson Five
Topics: santa is a ladies man, this american life
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Jul 26, 2008
07/08
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National Public Radio
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Darren's story of life after killing a girl in a car accident.
Topics: this american life, podcast, life after death, 359
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Mar 7, 2011
03/11
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Joshua McCool
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Josh invites Amy Chastain into the studio. Then she wants to talk abortion. This is the episode that's going to kill the show. Or at least send us both to hell. Oh, there's Shit You Should Know too, and a Top Five List that will cause more disagreement than abortion does.
Topics: podcast, Archer, Christopher Nolan, This American Life, Laura Marling
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Nov 27, 2014
11/14
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The Billy and Bryan Show
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The Billy and Bryan Show fills in for Serial on its week off with our Top 5 Questions and Mysteries about the show so far.
Topics: Serial, NPR, This American Life, MailChimp, MailKimp, Flipboard, podcast
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Nov 11, 2020
11/20
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Abel, Jessica
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30 pages : 24 cm
Topics: This American life (Radio program), Radio broadcasting, Radio journalism
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Nov 18, 2016
11/16
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Class Act or Hack LLC
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Join your old pals Daniel and Caralie while they reflect on the election results and rally together resources and ideas on how to make a difference. They introduce a new website www.wheretogofromhere.org focused on fueling anger into action. They chat finding comfort, current media, utilizing empty spaces , and how making art is more important than ever.
Topics: Arts, Election, Protests, Government, SNL, This American Life, Politics, Theater
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From This American Life...Act Three. Santa Fight Club. A tale of two Santas. There’s Tim Conaghan, a full-time professional Santa with a big belly and a real flowing white beard. And there’s Santa Nick—he too has a belly and real white beard. But the story of Santa Tim and Santa Nick is not like most uplifting Christmas parables. Instead, it’s about two men, very much alike, who came to lead rival factions in a bitter Santa civil war, and came themselves to be arch enemies. Josh Bearman...
Topics: Santa, This American Life, Fraternal Order of Real Bearded Santas
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Mar 13, 2015
03/15
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www.argentinapodcastera.com.ar
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Te contamos todo lo que tenés que saber de los podcasts mas importantes del mundo
Topics: this american life, snap judgment, npr, radiotopia, 99% invicible, radio ambulante
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Mar 20, 2012
03/12
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This American Life
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Mike Daisey was a self-described "worshipper in the cult of Mac." Then he saw some photos from a new iPhone, taken by workers at the factory where it was made. Mike wondered: Who makes all my crap? He traveled to China to find out. NOTE: This American Life has retracted this story because we learned that many of Mike Daisey's experiences in China were fabricated. We have removed the audio from our site, and have left this transcript up only for reference. We produced an entire new...
Topics: This American Life, 454, Mike Daisey, Apple, Foxconn, iPhone, iPad, Retracted
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Dec 16, 2015
12/15
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Paul Mitchell
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Chris and Paul discuss the early season success of the San Antonio Spurs and their record-setting defense, then transition to the Toronto Raptors and how they’ve managed to keep making ground in a competitive Eastern Conference, despite injuries to their starting frontcourt. For their pop culture segment, they get into the return of the Serial podcast, and season 2’s new focus and the inherent biases in dealing with a contemporary case.
Topics: sports, NBA, San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors, Serial, podcast, This American Life
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Episode 4 00:50 - DAREDEVIL 12:33 - A CHALLENGER APPEARS I wrote this and then listened to myself make the same joke in the audio. At least I’m consistent. 20:08 - Supergirl We also talk about the proliferation of comic book movies/TV shows in general. I don’t think audiences typically ‘burnout’ on a genre in the sense that there’s so much of one thing that it becomes boring. Rather, I think a really popular genre spawns many works that are just bad and the longer it remains popular...
Topics: marvel, daredevil, netflix, comics, superhero, broken age, double fine, kickstarter, This American...
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The American Dream is a national ethos of the United States, a set of ideals in which freedom includes the opportunity for prosperity and success, and an upward social mobility achieved through hard work. In the definition of the American Dream by James Truslow Adams in 1931, "life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement" regardless of social class or circumstances of birth.
Topics: american, dream, america, united states, wait, dont tell me, this american life, podcast
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Mar 26, 2012
03/12
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Stuff Smart People Like
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The guys reveal their guilty pleasures and discuss the Mike Daisy controversy. Ed provides a special report about this weekend's "Reason Rally" in Washington D.C.
Topics: apple, mike daisy, podcast, reason rally, steve jobs, ira glass, this american life
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Fromt the Wet Side of West Front's debut session. An interview with Larry Poland and music by Vinny Kyne.
Topics: Keyport, storytelling, this american life, new jersey, jersey shore, historical, small town life,...
Topics: Radio Program, This American Life, Law enforcement, Abuse, Crime prevention, Economics terminology,...
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Apr 12, 2017
04/17
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Julio From New York
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Show Notes: Daredevil: Saw first 6 episodes Well-casted A lot grittier than any superhero show that I’ve seen. More down to earth and realistic Think he needs to be savvier though he did learn in subsequent episodes Flash: Still think this is the best superhero show on TV Right mix of camp and drama Well-casted Like the callbacks and cameos that have been done Love the explanation for Dr. Wells Looking forward to the season finale Orphan Black kicks major ass Saw first 2 seasons and can't...
Topics: Amazon Prime, Daredevil, Lost Girl, Netflix, Orphan Black, The Flash, This American Life, howard...
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In Episode 176, Germar finally tackles Serial (the podcast, not Froot Loops or Trix). For the five people who haven't listened to the series, Germar does provide a brief summary. Beyond that, this is all Germar's opinions about other people's opinion about what did or did not happen in Baltimore in 1999.
Topics: germar derron, adnan, koenig, jay, serial, this american life, podcast, look to the cookie, cookie...
Topics: Radio Program, This American Life, Communities on U.S. Route 66, Printing, Family, Meals, Bags,...
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Jan 13, 2016
01/16
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This American Lie
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A DMV worker who takes what she wants. A pair of magical Nikes. An exploration of the world of Can-Can Dancing. A woman shares experiences with 'The Valentines Man.' A dangerous stunt jump that led to some unusual surgery. Starring Micah Gordon, Brian Flynn, Ruthie Holmes, Janel Benisch, and Dan Heber. This American Lie is an improvised podcast performed LIVE every second Saturday at the Nerdist School in Los Angeles, CA. For ticket information visit Nerdistschool.com
Topics: podcast, this american life, npr, radio, radiolab, all things considered, ira glass, human...
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How one man's terrible cooking skills saved his mother's life. A terrible movie pitch with a happy ending. A burnt-down Goodwill leads to some intriguing conspiracy theories. A divorce that transforms the family dynamic for the better. Plus, the lost sessions recordings from one of the most beloved albums in American Rock History. Starring Micah Gordon, Brian Flynn, Ruthie Holmes, Jordan Pridgen, and Dan Heber. This American Lie is an improvised podcast performed LIVE every second Saturday at...
Topics: podcast, this american life, npr, radio, radiolab, all things considered, ira glass, human...
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A retired nurse finds a disturbing trend amongst her past patients. A man revisits a high school teacher who failed to give him the same life advice as her other students. A dating service that reconnects old lovers. A behind-the-scenes look at the 47th season of the soap opera “These Days of Yore.” Plus, an examination of old-timey pickup lines. Starring Micah Gordon, Mike Hughes, Jordan Pridgen, Brian Flynn, and special guest Monika Smith. This American Lie is an improvised podcast...
Topics: podcast, this american life, npr, radio, radiolab, all things considered, ira glass, human...
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A woman recalls her "first time." A football sensation strives for greatness only to have his dreams dashed. The sordid history of grated cheese in Germany. A behind-the-scenes look at the classic 50's comedy "Oh Great." Plus, a man tries to escape from the shadow of his accomplished parents. Apologies for the sound quality on this recording. Something went wrong, but it's still audible! Starring Micah Gordon, Mike Hughes, Janel Benisch, Jordan Pridgen, and Dan Heber. This...
Topics: podcast, this american life, npr, radio, radiolab, all things considered, ira glass, human...
This is a very special edition of Last Words Radio. Tony and Dru share the gospel with someone they've never met. Her name is Trisha Lynn. Please listen and then share the audio with others who need to hear the Gospel.
Topics: Tony Miano, Dru Morgan, Last Words Radio, This American Life, Trisha Lynn, Law, Gospel, grief,...
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Nov 13, 2016
11/16
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Funny or Die
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With all your favorite dialogue from the original podcast!
Topics: Funny or Die Video Archive, adan, npr, parody, podcast, romantic comedy, rom com, sarah koenig,...
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Aug 4, 2020
08/20
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Jamie Diamond, Molly Lambeth, Dillon Eversman, and Matt Evans
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Facebook says employers shouldn’t ask for your password for a background check, Public radio distances itself from a controversial play and we sit down with Portal voice actress Ellen McLain.
Topics: apple, china, public radio, this american life, portal, ellen mclain, facebook, background check,...
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"This American Life" is synonymous with radio, but now Ira Glass is venturing into the world of T.V. Today on Insight, hear Ira Glass tell why he made the leap to the small screen and how he did it - and how many pounds he lost to prepare for his on-screen appearance. Filmmaker Turk Pipkin's "Nobelity" premieres today in Sacramento. He wanted answers to the world’s most pressing problems – and got them from nine Nobel Laureates. Today Pipkin will answer our questions...
Topics: KXJZ, Insight, Sacramento public radio, Capital Public Radio, Ira Glass, This American Life,...
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Jul 21, 2018
07/18
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Mike Butler
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Here is a passage from the first chapter of Abdi Nor Iftin's book, Call Me America. Find out more about his book tour dates in Southern Arizona at www.bisbeelive.com
Topics: abdi nor iftin, call me american, this american life, bisbee live, bisbee, arizona, somalia, kenya,...
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Writer James Asmus spoke with Kiel Phegley on CBR TV during WonderCon about Asmus' burgeoning career, the similarities between working in comics and making a living as an actor -- Asmus' other career -- and how he came to work for Marvel, writing "Generation Hope" and co-writing "Captain America and Bucky" with Ed Brubaker, while helping to write a season of "America's Top Model." Foscusing his comics writing, Asmus explained how his first Marvel gig , a one-off...
Topics: arts&culture, talk&interview, cbr tv, wondercon2012, james amsus, marvel comics, generation...
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Mar 23, 2012
03/12
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Bloodthirsty Vegetarians - Rich Wielgosz and Paul R. Potts
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In the midst of the warmest spring in history, we bring you our 175th episode, which is sure to warm you even more! This episode is 42:42 long. Perhaps a message from Douglas Adams?? * Greetings! * Curling, sport of Kings! * Tune 1: Salmon and Sun by Matt Schwartzer * This American Life, Apple, Foxconn, and Mike Daisey (original story, and the retraction) * And how are those working conditions any worse than these, reported in Mother Jones? * Tune 2: Annalie also by Matt Schwartzer * Adios...
Topics: 42:42, Douglas Adams, Curling, sport of Kings, Salmon and Sun, This American Life, Ira Glass, Mike...
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Apr 25, 2012
04/12
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Aaron Nam
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namosaur.blogspot.com
Topics: Aaron, Aaron Nam, Episode, Nam, namosaur, Podcast, you're totally awesome, YTA, Brown University,...
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Apr 10, 2012
04/12
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RadioElkGrove
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The city council accepts the decision of the Superior Court in the Downtown Ford case, and now stands at a decision point. RadioElkGrove asks: "To be, or not to be...Local Business Loyal?" AND Our 2 part coverage of the 12th Annual Elk Grove âState of the Cityâ Address. First, we have an overview of the address, and look at what was missing Then, it's the Candidates' Response. In partnership with the Elk Grove Patch and the Elk Grove News, we interviewed all three of our local...
Topics: Campaign Finance, Ami Bera, This American Life, Elk Grove State of the City, Jim Cooper, Gary...
Topics: Radio Program, This American Life, Child welfare, Chairs, Insulators, Hiking, Pedestrian...
Topics: Radio Program, Psychotherapy, Foster care, This American Life, Family, Housing, Childhood,...
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Jul 17, 2019
07/19
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Patrick McDonald
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Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com interviews director Lulu Wang of THE FAREWELL, Part One.
Topics: The Farewell, HollywoodChicago.com Content, Interview, Patrick McDonald, Podtalk, Podcast,...
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Jul 17, 2019
07/19
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Patrick McDonald
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Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com interviews director Lulu Wang of THE FAREWELL, Part Two.
Topics: The Farewell, HollywoodChicago.com Content, Interview, Patrick McDonald, Podtalk, Podcast,...
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"Stitch 'n Bitch" - The author of a series of books on knitting is riding the train in Sacramento this week. Today on Insight, Debbie Stoller tells you why she’s taking her "Stitch ‘n Bitch" series on a Capitol Corridor ride. "Frank & Cindy" - A documentary about a one-hit wonder featured on "This American Life" is being shown in Sacramento tonight. Director G.J. Echternkamp tells you why he decided to film a year in the life of his mother Cindy...
Topics: Stitch 'n Bitch, Debbie Stoller, knitting on the train, Frank & Cindy, This American Life, G.J....
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Feb 19, 2019
02/19
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Confederacy of Dunks
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The All-Star Weekend is over and the 43-16 Raps are ready for the final stretch. DeMar's emotional return, this Friday! How do we feel about Kawhi at this point? The Raps are tied for 6th in offense, tied for 10th in defense and are 4th in net rating. What do we need to improve on the most to close out the season? Which Raptor is gonna finish the strongest? NBA: We talk high/lowlights of the All-Star Game. NBA predicts 37 to 40 players will be free agents this summer. What does that entail?...
Topics: basketball, basketball podcast, NBA, dunkspodcast, RTZ, We the North, Toronto Raptors, NBA All Star...
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Topics: Radio Program, This American Life, BBC Television programmes, Child welfare, Pedestrian...
